NHTSA model-year recall report

2016 Audi TT Recalls

2 campaigns in our verified NHTSA snapshot, with source consequences, remedies, and VIN-specific next steps.

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Jul 27, 2022

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What the record says

This model year's count is below the Audi TT average of 2.3 campaigns per listed year. That is context only—not proof that this year is safer or less safe.

The most frequent affected category is Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly, appearing in 1 campaign.

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Source campaign records

All 2016 Audi TT recall campaigns

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NHTSA campaign 22V543000

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Jul 27, 2022

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016 Audi TT Roadster, TT Coupe, S3 Sedan, R8 Coupe, A3 Sedan, A3 Etron, A3 Cabriolet, 2016 Golf Sportwagen, Golf R, Golf GTI, Golf A7, and E Golf vehicles. During air bag deployment, the front passenger air bag may explode or deploy improperly.

Safety consequence

An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking occupants, resulting in serious injury or death. An improper air bag deployment may not properly restrain the occupant, increasing their risk of injury in a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will replace the front-passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2022. Owners may contact Volkswagen's customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Audi's customer service at 1-800-253-2834. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 69DY and 61C1.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

NHTSA campaign 20V076000

Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly

Manufacturer: Volkswagen Group of America, Inc.

Reported Feb 12, 2020

What is recalled

Volkswagen Group of America, Inc. (Volkswagen) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Audi TT Roadster Quattro and TT Coupe Quattro vehicles. In the event of a crash, the fuel tank may become damaged by the fuel tank heat shield bracket .

Safety consequence

A damaged fuel tank may leak fuel, increasing the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Volkswagen will notify owners, and dealers will install a protective cap on the fuel tank heat shield bracket, free of charge. The recall began March 19, 2020. Owners may contact Volkswagen customer service at 1-800-893-5298. Volkswagen's number for this recall is 20BX.

Campaign history does not confirm applicability or repair status for one VIN.

Campaign details

Other Audi TT model years

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2016 Audi TT recall questions

How many recalls does the 2016 Audi TT have?

This verified dataset contains 2 NHTSA campaigns associated with the 2016 Audi TT. A campaign can apply to some, not all, vehicles of the same model year.

Does this confirm an open recall for my 2016 Audi TT?

No. This page is a model-year campaign history. Use NHTSA's official lookup or an authorized dealer to confirm whether a campaign applies to your exact VIN and whether the repair remains open.

Are vehicle recall repairs free?

When a safety recall campaign applies to your VIN, the manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge through an authorized dealer. Confirm eligibility and scheduling with the manufacturer or dealer.

Source: NHTSA. Dataset includes campaigns through Jul 30, 2026. Last processed Aug 8, 2026. Methodology